The UNLV Runnin’ Rebels (17-13, 11-7 MWC) will be in the Mountain West Conference Tournament at Thomas & Mack Center when they clash against the San Diego State Aztecs (19-12, 11-7 MWC). The game starts at 5:30 p.m. ET on Thursday, March 14, 2019, and will air on CBS Sports Network.
San Diego State Aztecs vs. UNLV Runnin’ Rebels ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Runnin’ Rebels beat the Colorado State Rams, 65-60, while the Aztecs got blown out by the 17th-ranked Nevada Wolf Pack, 81-53.
The Runnin’ Rebels were 9-12 from the foul line (75.0 percent) and held the Rams to an effective field goal percentage of 0.429 (below their season average of 0.552). San Diego State, meanwhile, forced Nevada into a turnover percentage of 17.9 (above their season average of 12.6). Kris Clyburn played well for UNLV, finishing with 20 points and five rebounds. San Diego State, meanwhile, was lifted by Matt Mitchell, who put up 14 points and nine rebounds.
UNLV should have an advantage on the offensive glass in this battle. The Runnin’ Rebels are among the nation’s elite on the offensive glass, ranking 15th in offensive rebounding percentage at 35.9 percent. Meanwhile, San Diego State ranks 172nd in the country at corralling defensive rebounds with a defensive rebounding percentage of 72.3 percent.
San Diego State vs. UNLV Odds Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – UNLV, ATS Winner – UNLV, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- UNLV ranks 48th in three pointers allowed per game (19.8) while San Diego State ranks 232nd (24.1).
- The Runnin’ Rebels allow the 20th-fewest blocks per game (2.4) while the Aztecs rank 36th (2.6).
- The Runnin’ Rebels rank 29th in rebounds per game (38.7) while the Aztecs rank 123rd (36.0).
- San Diego State ranks 74th in assists per game (14.6) while UNLV ranks 136th in assists allowed per game (12.9).
Bettings Trends:
- The Aztecs have been outscored by an average of 3.4 points in their last five games. For the season, San Diego State has defeated opponents by an average of 4.4 points.
- During their last five games, the Runnin’ Rebels have scored an average of 69.6 points per game (4.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 69.2 points per game (3.4 below their season average).
